Lesson 9 Flashcards

1
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Broach

A

To bring up a subject for discussion

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2
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Convene

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To assemble formally; to come together officially

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3
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Debut

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A. To make a first public appearance
B. A first public appearance
C. A formal presentation of a young woman into society

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4
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Embark

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A. To board a plane or ship

B. To start a major effort; to set out on a venture

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5
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Generate

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To create; to bring into being

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6
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Incipient

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Beginning to exist or appear

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7
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Initiative

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A. A beginning or an introductory step; an opening move

B. The ability to wish or start something; enterprise; determination

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8
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Innovation

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Something newly introduced or created

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9
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Novice

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A beginner

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10
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Overture

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A. A piece of music intended to introduce a longer work

B. An act or offer showing readiness to form a relationship or to negotiate

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